Bad character Quote by Charlie Munger
“Fixable but unfixed bad performance is bad character and tends to create more of itself, causing more damage to the excuse giver with each tolerated instance.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders Meeting, 2015
Neglecting to address poor performance creates a cycle of excuses and worsening outcomes.
In simple terms: Ignoring bad performance fuels more problems.
Key Takeaway
Address issues early to prevent escalation.
Themes
accountability
performance
culture
Mood
critical
serious
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- workplace management
- team leadership
- personal development
Key Concepts
behavioral economics
feedback loops
Questions to Reflect On
- What early signs indicate a performance problem?
- How can leaders break the excuse cycle?
A Different Perspective
If the root cause is systemic, fixing individuals may not help.
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